DA LAT · 2 DAYS
Crazy House · Xuan Huong Lake · Elephant Falls · Lang Biang Mountain
2 days / 1 night Crazy House Xuan Huong Lake Elephant Falls Best: Dec–Mar (dry)
Getting there: Lien Khuong Airport (DLI) is 30km from Da Lat (45 min drive). Direct flights from Hanoi and HCMC. Also accessible by bus from HCMC (6-7h) and Nha Trang (3-4h).
City sights · mostly walking or short taxi rides
Morning
- 8:30 – Breakfast at hotel (try Da Lat coffee and avocado ice cream)
- 9:00 – Visit Crazy House (Hang Nga Villa) – surreal architecture
- 10:30 – Explore Da Lat Flower Gardens (various seasonal blooms)
- 11:30 – Walk along Xuan Huong Lake (swan boats optional)
Afternoon & evening
- 12:30 – Lunch at local restaurant (try Da Lat specialties)
- 14:00 – Domaine de Marie (pink church, beautiful gardens)
- 15:30 – Da Lat Cathedral (near city center)
- 17:00 – Free time for shopping at Da Lat Market
- 19:00 – Da Lat Night Market (food stalls, souvenirs)
- 20:30 – Try bánh tráng nướng (Da Lat pizza) and soya milk
Pro tip: Crazy House gets crowded – go early. At the night market, try all the local snacks: bánh tráng nướng, nem nướng, and fresh strawberries with condensed milk.
Outskirts tour · private car or easy rider recommended (50km total)
Morning
- 8:00 – Breakfast, prepare for day trip
- 8:30 – Depart to Elephant Falls (Thac Voi, 30km south)
- 9:15 – Arrive Elephant Falls (impressive waterfall, descend steps)
- 10:30 – Visit nearby Linh An Pagoda (giant Buddha, peaceful gardens)
- 11:30 – Return toward Da Lat
Afternoon
- 12:30 – Lunch en route or back in Da Lat
- 14:00 – Transfer to Lang Biang mountain (12km north)
- 14:30 – Jeep tour to Lang Biang peak (panoramic views)
- 16:00 – Explore base area, K’Ho ethnic village
- 17:00 – Return to Da Lat
- 19:00 – Farewell dinner (try hotpot or grilled specialties)
Pro tip: Elephant Falls can be slippery – wear sturdy shoes. Lang Biang jeep tour is bumpy but worth it for the view. Negotiate price before booking (around 150k VND per person).
Da Lat must-eat specialties
Bánh tráng nướng: “Da Lat pizza” – grilled rice paper with egg, dried beef, cheese
Nem nướng: Grilled pork skewers with rice paper, herbs, and dipping sauce
Lẩu gà lá é: Hotpot with chicken and local herb (lá é) – unique flavor
Kem bơ (avocado ice cream): Fresh avocado blended with coconut ice cream
Sữa đậu nành: Hot soya milk – perfect for cool evenings
Dâu tây (strawberries): Fresh local strawberries, jams, and preserves
Atiso (artichoke): Tea, candied, or in soups
Night market is the best place to sample everything. For avocado ice cream, try Kem Bơ Thanh Thảo near the market.
Da Lat essentials
Crazy House: 60,000 VND · Flower Gardens: 50,000 VND
Elephant Falls: 20,000 VND · Lang Biang jeep: ~150k VND
Pack: Warm layers (evenings cool year-round), rain jacket
Sun protection: Sunscreen, hat – high altitude sun is strong
Cash: ATMs available, but markets prefer cash
Getting around: Rent motorbike (150k/day) or taxi (Mai Linh)
Camera: Lang Biang and waterfalls are very photogenic
Rain gear: Da Lat can rain suddenly – pack a poncho
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